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MLC 52 Series
™
MediaLink Controllers
68-1079-01 Rev. D
04 07
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Precautions Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources � This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it. Power d
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 � Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1-1 About the MLC 52 Series ................................................................................................. 1-2 Features and Options ........................................................................................................ 1-2 Standard features ...........................................................................
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Table of Contents, cont’d Powering the Display Device On and Off ............................................................. 3-12 Powering on ..................................................................................................................... 3-12 Powering off .................................................................................................................... 3-13 Selecting Inputs .................................................................................
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Overview of the configuration procedure .............................................................. 5-20 Opening the MLC 52 Configuration Program screen.............................................. 5-20 Displaying the Help program ................................................................................... 5-23 Saving and restoring a configuration ...................................................................... 5-23 Saving a configuration ........................................
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Table of Contents, cont’d Appendix A � Specifications, Part Numbers, and Accessories .................... A-1 Specifications....................................................................................................................... A-2 Part Numbers and Accessories ......................................................................................... A-3 Included parts ..................................................................................................................
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MLC 52 Series Chapter One 1 Introduction About the MLC 52 Series Features and Options MLC 52 Application Examples
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Introduction About the MLC 52 Series ™ The Extron MediaLink Controller 52 (MLC 52) Series provide RS-232 and/or infrared (IR) remote control of a projector or other display device. They are economical, compact (one-gang or two-gang size), easy-to-use controllers for use with audiovisual equipment in sites such as elementary or high school classrooms, or small conference rooms. The MLC 52 acts as a universal remote control panel, providing control for a display device’s power, input selection,
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Front panel configuration port — This RS-232 serial port enables advanced configuration, driver downloads, and firmware updates to be performed from the front panel without the need to remove the controller from its mounting. The optional Extron configuration cable (part #70-335-01) can be used to connect the MLC 52 to the PC’s RS-232 port. Three configuration methods — The MLC 52 can be configured easily using the following methods: � IR learning — Allows the MLC 52 to be set up directly from
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Introduction, cont’d MLC 52 Application Examples IR or RS-232 Control Projector w/ Internal Speakers Extron MLC 52 Basic MediaLink PC Controller VGA w/ Audio Cable DVD Composite Audio RCA Application diagram for a standard MLC 52 (1-gang size) PC VGA w/ Audio Cable DVD Extron Extron S-video SPC 62 Audio RCA MPA 122 Ceiling Speakers Mini Power (in parallel) Amplifier VCR Composite Audio RCA Volume Control Switched Audio Output IR or RS-232 Control Extron M
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MLC 52 Series Chapter Two 2 Installation Installation Overview UL Requirements Installation Procedures
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Installation Installation Overview Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. UL CAUTION listed electrical boxes are recommended. See “UL Requirements,” on the next page. To install and set up the MLC, follow these steps: If applicable, prepare the installation site: cut a hole in the wall, install the 1 electrical box or mounting bracket (“mud ring”), and prepare the cables. Instructions are included in this manual and/or with the optional faceplate, mounting dev
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UL Requirements The Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements listed below pertain to the installation of the MLC into a wall or furniture. 1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If the equipment is installed in a closed or multiunit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer. Fo
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Installation, cont’d To prepare the site, 1. Choose a location that will allow cable runs without interference. Allow enough depth for both the wall box and the cables. You may need to install the cables into the wall or furniture before installing the controller. If using an electrical box to wall mount the controller, locate a stud to which the box will be attached. 2. Use the appropriate template and faceplate dimensions in appendix B, “Dimensions and Templates,” as a guide to measure and
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TEXT MLC 52 Standoff Faceplate Installing the MLC onto a new faceplate (bottom view) Replacing button labels The button caps are prelabeled for your convenience by default. However, you can change them with the included button labels. The button assembly consists of a clear lens cap, the button label, and a white diffuser. (See the diagram below.) Remove the button assembly from the MLC 52 as follows: 1. Remove the button assembly by inserting a small, flat-bladed screwdriver, suc
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Installation, cont’d 4. Lift out the transparent square label that you want to replace, being careful not to damage the circuits beneath it. You may need to use the small screwdriver to gently pry the label out. 5. Detach one of the preprinted labels or one of the blank labels from the label sheets included with the MLC 52. Remove the label from the backing and, if applicable, peel the protective film from the front of the label. If you want to create customized labels, you can use a label mak
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Wall Stud Installation Cable Cable Clamp Screws or Nails Wall opening flush with edge of box Attaching a wall box to a wall stud • If you are attaching the wall box to wood, use four #8 or #10 screws or 10-penny nails. A minimum of ½ inch (1.3 cm) of screw threads must penetrate the wood. � If you are attaching the wall box to metal studs or furniture, use four #8 or #10 self-tapping sheet metal screws or machine bolts with matching nuts. � If you are using a mounting bracket (
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Installation, cont’d Rear panel and cable connections The following diagrams show the locations of the connector, switches, LEDs, and IR sensors on the back of the MLC 52 with standard and VC faceplates. 1 E 2 4 3 ON 6 2 3 1 1 234 5 MLC 52 rear view 2 3 1 VOL/ MUTE + 10V E 4 4 3 ON 6 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 MLC 52 VC rear view 2-8 MLC 52 Series MediaLink Controllers � Installation Tx Tx IR OUT IR OUT GND GND IR IN IR IN GND GND + 12V + 12V
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IR learner/transmitter — These sensors allow for IR control of the MLC and 1 for IR learning. The two LEDs (one for transmitting, one for receiving) send and receive IR signals, enabling the MLC to learn commands and clone configurations from another MLC. The IR remote control must be pointed directly at these LEDs for best results. The MLC can “learn” IR commands in order to control the display device. IR learning of device control codes is necessary only if there are no RS-232 codes availab
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Installation, cont’d Wiring the control connector The display and source control connector allows you to connect cables for IR devices, RS-232 devices (RS models only), and AC power to the MLC. The illustration below shows the pin assignments of the MLC’s control connector that are covered in detail on the following pages. RS-232 Tx (RS models only) IR out IR in 12 V DC in F E D C B A Pinout guide for the MLC 52 display/source control connector The ports in this connector, from left to right
